Johannesburg South Africa

The venue, how to get around, and where to go when the sessions end.

Johannesburg now

2:02 SAST

Typical in November

18–33°C

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General information

Good to know before you land

Hotel

Radisson RED, Rosebank

4 Parks Boulevard, Oxford Parks. View on map · Stay details

Weather

14–30 °C, early summer

As it’s early summer, daytime temperatures usually reach around 30 ℃/86 °F and drop to about 14 ℃/57 °F at night. Afternoon thunderstorms are common, so pack layers, a light rain jacket and sunscreen.

Currency

South African rand (ZAR)

The current approximate exchange rate is 16.67 Rand to 1 USD. Cards and tap work almost everywhere. Use ATMs inside malls or banks. Tip 10–15% in restaurants.

Sockets

Type M and N, 230 V

Some places also take two-pin Type C. Bring a universal adapter.

Telecom

Vodacom, MTN, Cell C, Telkom

SIMs are sold in the airport arrivals hall; bring your passport to register. Wi-Fi is readily available at both the Hotel and the Hub.

Transport

Uber, Bolt and Gautrain

We recommend using Uber comfort or Uber black. When using Uber, check the plate and driver before you get in. Rush hour: 06:30–09:00 and 16:00–19:00. 

Safety

112 · 10111 · 10177

Emergency from any mobile · Police · Ambulance. Don’t walk after dark.